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📅 Grant Tip: The most successful grant-seeking organizations have a grant calendar that everyone on the team can access. Why? Transparency and alignment! When everyone on your grant team knows deadlines, tasks, and responsibilities, it's easier to stay organized and collaborate. 📌 Pro Tip: Make it digital and accessible in real-time for remote and hybrid teams! #GrantWriting #NonprofitSuccess #GrantManagement #Collaboration #Teamwork #NonprofitLeadership

Are you getting ready to attend the Grant Professionals Association Conference? The lineup over the few days looks amazing AND we are SO excited that Elizabeth Archer, GPC, RSM is a speaker this year. Make sure to add her virtual session, How to Establish and Maintain Excellent Grant Funder Relationships on Thursday, Oct 31st at 11:00am MT to your calendar. Check out Beth’s session and the other incredible speakers on the schedule here - https://buff.ly/3KSRu2z Her session description: Relationships are critical to the success of your overall grant-seeking strategy. This training will strengthen your grant funder relationship-building efforts and, ultimately, your grant funding success. Learn how to establish and maintain authentic relationships with grant funders to sustain and increase your organization's grant revenue. Share what you are most excited about in the comments below.

During our 1st annual team retreat in September, our team had a lot of fun sharing their favorite grant writing tips. Check out this great short film of just a few tips that the team shared! #GrantTips

Did you know that a solid grant writing process often includes both copy editing and mock review? Each plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality applications but focuses on different aspects of the writing process. ✨ Copy Editing ensures clarity, grammatical accuracy, and compelling storytelling. Our expert copy editor at DH Leonard Consulting enhances your draft after your initial review, providing non-permanent suggestions that elevate your document’s quality. ✅ Mock Review, on the other hand, aligns your application with funder guidelines. With our seasoned mock reviewers, we assess your application using a detailed rubric to score how well it meets expectations, allowing you to make informed adjustments before submission. Timing is everything! 🕒 Copy editing is most effective after first drafts are updated, while mock reviews should happen just before you hit “submit.” Both processes harness the power of knowledgeable reviewers to optimize your grant application, ensuring you put your best foot forward. Curious about the details? Read the full blog by Christa (Chilcote) Carroll to dive deeper into the benefits of each review type! https://buff.ly/40dVgwi #GrantWriting #CopyEditing #MockReview #Nonprofits #GrantManagement #QualityAssurance

Want to streamline your grant application process and improve your success rate? In this webinar, we’ll show you how to apply Agile and the Scrum framework to managing grant applications, boosting efficiency, and keeping your team on track. Join us to learn how to: 💡 Build strong relationships with grant funders; 🤝 Engage your team in nurturing those relationships[; 🔑 Adapt your approach based on the type of funder (private foundations, government, etc.); and 📈 Manage and improve funder relationships over time. Join us on November 6th at 12:00pm ET - Just $49.99! Presented by Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST Reserve your seat here - https://buff.ly/3YW8hqB The 2024 Lunch and Learn Series is sponsored by Grant Holster: Grant Seeking Made Easier #GrantWriting #GrantTraining #AgileProjectManagement #Agile Approach #AgileinGrants

When approaching grantmakers, it’s crucial to shift your mindset. They are NOT ATMs; they are partners that are deeply invested in the success of the initiatives they fund. Approach them with a spirit of collaboration, share how your project aligns with their mission, and demonstrate the long-term impact you’re aiming to create. A strong partnership fosters trust, mutual benefit, and long-term success! #GrantWriting #Nonprofits #Funding #Partnerships #Impact

In today’s nonprofit sector, efficiency and collaboration are more important than ever, and Agile tools like Scrum are proving to be game changers. This blog highlights why attending a Registered Scrum Master course tailored specifically for nonprofits could be the key to unlocking Scrum’s full potential. Here is my favorite key takeaway - ✅ Tailored for Nonprofits: This isn't your typical corporate Scrum training. The RSM course is designed with nonprofit professionals in mind, using real-world examples like donor management and community program delivery. We help nonprofits see the things they are *already* doing - working together, seeking community feedback, and working to achieve their mission - don't change when they become a Scrum team, but rather, they way they achieve them becomes more effective and therefore IMPACTFUL. If you’re in the nonprofit sector and looking for a way to boost your team’s productivity and impact, I highly recommend checking out a nonprofit-centered Scrum Master course. Early-bird pricing and sliding scale options make it accessible, too! As a Registered Scrum Trainer for these courses, I'm happy to answer any questions you may have! #Nonprofits #AgileForGood #ScrumMaster #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamCollaboration #MissionDriven

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📢 Stay Ahead of Federal Grant Changes: Don’t Miss This UGG Update Webinar! The new Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) updates that took effect on October 1, 2024, brought significant changes to federal grant management. To ensure you’re fully prepared, we highly recommend attending this upcoming webinar on October 24, 2024, from 1-2 PM ET. Join experts Rachel Werner, MPA, GPC, PMP and Joseline Kirkendoll for a deep dive into the latest UGG updates. You’ll walk away with practical insights to help your organization stay compliant and streamline grant management processes. 🎓 Why You Should Attend: - Get a clear breakdown of the key updates to 2 CFR 200 - Learn about new thresholds for capitalization and single audits - Take home actionable tips to reduce administrative burdens - Receive a 20+ page companion document with in-depth info - Participate in a live Q&A session to address your questions 📅 Webinar Details: Title: Uniform Grant Guidance Update Deep Dive: What You Need to Know and How You Should Prepare Date: October 24, 2024, 1-2 PM ET Price: $40 (includes a companion document) Can't make it live? All registrants will receive a replay. This is a great opportunity to ensure your organization stays ahead of these critical updates. 🔗 Register today and be ready for what’s next! https://buff.ly/4051E9e #GrantManagement #UGGUpdates #FederalGrants #Compliance #NonprofitFinance #Webinar #GrantWriting #GrantCompliance

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